By Jessica Semins, LI Herald With teens spending more time online amid Covid-19 than ever before, cyberbullying has become an epidemic. With the help, though, of Valley Stream resident and cyberbullying survivor-turned-advocate Lisa-Michelle Kucharz, legislation is in the works to combat this serious problem. The bill, sponsored by State Sen. Todd Kaminsky, a Democrat from … Continue reading Valley Stream Resident Works to Combat Cyberbullying
Online Abuse
New York State Passes Bill to Create Cyberbullying Task Force
I’m thrilled to share that the bill to create a cyberbullying task force passed in the New York State Senate today and Assembly two weeks ago -- both with overwhelming support! Next step . . . the governor's desk! It's a very surreal moment, a blend of elation and other emotions, after several years of … Continue reading New York State Passes Bill to Create Cyberbullying Task Force
A More Beautiful World
I’ve always believed that everyone has at least one talent, and everyone is beautiful in some way. I’m not embarrassed to share that I believe this about myself, even after enduring my ordeal with online abuse. Some days I feel better about the way I look, and some days a little less so. After all, … Continue reading A More Beautiful World